Pain Management: A Holistic Physiotherapy Approach
Historically, physiotherapy and medicine have focused on a narrow cause-and-effect model. Conditions like long-term back pain were viewed as issues requiring specific tissue-based fixes. However, the biopsychosocial (BPS) approach offers a more holistic perspective. BPS recognizes that the human body is a complex ecosystem where factors such as stress, sleep, nutrition, and mental health play critical roles in pain experiences. At Propel Physiotherapy, we believe in staying at the forefront of clinical practice to provide the best care for our clients. Recently, I have started integrating insights from Greg Lehman's course, "Reconciling Biomechanics with Pain Science," into my approach. [...]
Pelvic Floor Dysfunction Treatment After Spinal Cord Injury
Pelvic floor dysfunction is a significant concern for individuals with spinal cord injuries, affecting their quality of life in multiple ways. The pelvic floor, a group of muscles supporting the pelvic organs, plays a vital role in bowel and bladder control as well as sexual function.When a spinal cord injury disrupts the nerve signals between the brain and these muscles, it can lead to various complications. Symptoms like urinary and fecal incontinence, pelvic pain, and sexual dysfunction are common, making daily activities challenging.In this blog, we will discuss the impact spinal cord injury has on the pelvic floor, and the [...]
Club Foot Treatment and Prognosis
Club foot is a common birth defect that affects muscles and bones in the feet. The condition does not resolve with growth and can lead to serious problems, including the inability to walk. Club foot treatment is essential to ensuring proper alignment and healthy development of the child. Physiotherapy for club foot is an integral aspect of the comprehensive treatment approach aimed at correcting foot deformities and promoting optimal function. In this blog, we look at the various types of club foot, a three-step club foot treatment approach and the role of physiotherapy in managing club foot. Table of [...]
Brain Tumour Treatment: The Rehabilitation Journey
Brain tumours affect the control centre for thought, emotion and movement. Hence, a brain tumour can have significant consequences on one’s physical and cognitive abilities, and most importantly on quality of life. Brain tumour treatment can be a multifaceted process, tailored to the individual's needs based on factors like the tumour's location, size, and any resulting neurological deficits. In this intricate journey, healthcare professionals play pivotal roles in guiding patients through the physical and emotional rigors of treatment. In this blog, we will look at the general classification of brain tumours, how they are treated and the role of [...]
Fracture Treatment for Most Common Types of Fractures
On average, every person will experience two broken bones over the course of a lifetime.[i] As our populations get older, it is estimated that the incidence of age-related fractures will only increase. In this blog, we will discuss how fractures occur, and the most commonly broken bones, as well as classifications and types of fractures. In addition, we will explore the fracture healing process and the role that various health professionals, including physiotherapists and occupational therapists play in fracture healing and fracture treatment. Table of Contents: What is a fracture? Most common types of fractures Classifications of fractures Causes of [...]
Treating Severe TBI: An Integrated Approach Case Study
Severe traumatic brain injury is a complex neurological condition that requires a multidisciplinary approach to address the needs of the client. Often after a severe brain injury, the individual will have physical, sensorial, cognitive, perceptual and behavioural challenges to overcome. At Propel Physiotherapy, we have the ability to offer an interdisciplinary collaborative practice where physiotherapists, occupational therapists and massage therapists can work together to provide the comprehensive care to suit our clients’ specific needs. In addition, we connect with other healthcare professionals in the community to complement the services we offer such as speech therapists and psychologists. In this blog, we will discuss [...]